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Meaning of shark
A shark is a large predatory fish with a skeleton made of cartilage.
Etymology of shark
The word "shark" originated in the 16th century, from the German word "Schurke", meaning "scoundrel" or "villain", and the Dutch word "schurk", meaning "scoundrel" or "rogue".
The term was initially used to describe a person who was considered a scoundrel or a villain, but later came to be used to describe the fish.
Synonyms
predator
killer
hunter
fish
monster
beast
creature
animal
killer whale
orca
tiger shark
great white
mackerel shark
thresher
goblin shark
dogfish
selachian
elasmobranch
cartilaginous fish
saltwater fish
sea creature
marine animal
ocean predator
fisherman's foe
sea monster
man-eater
devourer
attacker
assailant
marauder
plunderer
ravager
destroyer
Definitions
- A large predatory fish with a skeleton made of cartilage, found in oceans worldwide.
- * A person who exploits or preys on others, typically in a ruthless or unscrupulous way.
Usage Examples
- The shark glided effortlessly through the water, its sharp teeth bared in a menacing grin.
- * The company has been accused of being a shark, preying on vulnerable customers with unfair business practices.
Antonyms
harmless creature
gentle animal
friendly fish
innocent being
benevolent entity
kind creature
peaceful being
calm animal
serene fish
tranquil creature
non-aggressive being
docile creature
tame animal
domesticated fish
vegetarian creature
herbivorous being
non-predatory animal
non-carnivorous fish
plant-eating creature
plankton-eating being